This is Not My Hat, written and illustrated by Jon Klassen, tells the story about a little fish that takes something that does not belong to him! This book is children‘s lit and can be used as a storytelling book, as it is short and easy to memorize. A UDL that could be applied: 1.3, offer alternatives for visual info. An ESOL that could be used: 16, integrate speaking, listening, reading and writing activities

Creepy Carrots, written by Aaron Reynolds and illustrated by Peter Brown, tells the story of Jasper Rabbit, who absolutely loves carrots! He loves them so much, he eats them everywhere.... until the day the carrots started following him home.... or are they? This book would be great for shared or partner reading! A UDL I️ found for this: 1.3, offer alternatives for visual information.

After I️ Fall, written and illustrated by Dan Santat, tells the sweet story about Humpty Dumpty and his comeback from his embarrassing fall off the wall! This story is great for a read-aloud, as I feel it encourages self-confidence and a belief in ones self! A UDL I️ found was 9.2-9.3, which facilitates personal coping skills as well as self-assessment and reflection. An ESOL that can be applied is 3, which encourages self talk/positive thinking!

The Bad Seed, a children‘s literature book written by Jody Johns, tells the story about a bad seed. A really, REALLY BAAAAAAAAAAD seed! He has a bad temper and manners, but one day, he decides to be happy and everything changes! This book could be used for a read-aloud in class, as more often than not, our students will have behavioral problems. A UDL I️ found for this: 9.3, which is to develop self-assessment and reflection.

Charlotte‘s Web, a classic! Written by E.B. White, the novel shares the story of a little pig named Wilbur who was born a runt. With nobody to love him, his destiny seems to be death, but Fern, Mr. Arable‘s daughter, has a different idea! This novel is perfect for independent reading! A UDL strat I️ found that applied to this was 7.2, optimize relevance, value, and authenticity. An ESOL that could be applied: 12, teach language and context!

Goodnight Already, written by Jory John and illustrated by Benji Davies, tells the sweet story of an exhausted Bear that wants to sleep and his very eager and persistent neighbor, Duck, who wants to hang out! This book could be a great example for students who are sometimes too impatient or eager to see what else is going on around them! A UDL that could be applied to this is 3.2, highlighting patterns, critical features, and relationships!

The Man Who Walked Between the Towers, by Mordicai Gerstein, tells the story of acrobat Phillipe Petit on his daring tightrope walk between the twin towers of the World Trade Center in 1974! I️ feel that for this book, a read aloud with the class would be best! A UDL that can be applied is 9.1, which promotes expectations and beliefs that optimize motivation.

Are You Ready to Play Outside?, by Mo Willems, is about Elephant and Piggie. Just as they are about to play, it starts to rain, running Piggie‘s mood. Elephant, trying to stay positive, encourages Piggie to see the of weather as a fun thing. This book could be great when dealing with students that may have trouble adapting to new things, or students that overall need a more positive attitude! UDL includes: 1.3, 3.2, 3.3, 6.2, 8.3.

Our Walk in the Woods, written by Charity Nebbe and illustrated by Jeffrey Ebbeler, is the sweet story about Abby and her dog, Kirby, going for a walk. Throughout the story, it constantly changes POV, so we are hearing and reading about what both Abby and Kirby think. This book is great when it comes to discussing POV as well as comparing and contrasting! UDL includes: 1.2, 1.3, 3.2, 6.4, 9.3. ESOL includes: 4, 12, 16, 17.

The Polar Express, written and illustrated by Chris Van Allsburg, a Caldecott winner, is the sweet story about a young boy who used to adore Christmas, but is now finding it harder and harder to believe. To his astonishment, he gets picked up by the Polar Express, which takes him on the journey of a lifetime! This was always a holiday favorite of mine, and could be used around the holiday times! UDL includes 1.3, 3.2, 9.2.